Amora

I waited to go Lourdes from the time that I was six years old. When I arrived in Lourdes on my first day, I made my way past the Chapel to look for the Grotto. When I rounded the corner, the Grotto came out of nowhere and I didn’t expect it. Seeing the Grotto right in...

Marie

Years ago, a friend from my parish asked me to be a companion for her Mom at Lourdes. I took that offer as a call from Our Mother Mary. Why?  I had just started a new job and was able to ask for those days off, which my new boss supported. These things, plus my bath...

Aria

I have wanted to go to Lourdes ever since I was a little girl. As I got older, I grew closer to Bernadette and always admired her for her strength and persistence when it came to her faith life. I eventually chose her name as my Confirmation name so I was thrilled...

Jim Barton | Board Member | Milwaukee Archdiocese

Jim Barton  |  Board Member  |  Archdiocese of Milwaukee Jim is a retired U.S. Army Colonel and has devoted his life to leading and serving others. He holds an M.A. in Computer Resources and Information Management, a B.A. in Psychology and certificates in...